Company : VMRD, Inc.
Location : Fullerton, CA
Job Title : Production Lab Technologist
Type : Non-Exempt, F / T
Department : Manufacturing -Fullerton
Job Summary :
The Production Lab Technologist oversees daily production activities, ensures quality standards, and supports team performance. This role combines hands-on technical expertise to maintain efficient and safe operations .
Duties and Responsibilities :
- Follows all policies, protocols, and SOPs.
- Lead and coordinate production line activities to meet daily output and quality goals.
- Train, mentor, and support production technicians in procedures, safety, and equipment use.
- Monitor workflow and adjust staffing or processes to optimize efficiency.
- Perform routine and advanced production tasks, including cell culture, slide spotting, equipment setup and operation.
- Perform aseptic techniques to culture, maintain, and harvest various cell lines.
- Prepare media, reagents, and solutions required for cell culture.
- Monitor cell growth, morphology, and viability using appropriate methods.
- Collaborate with supervisors and engineers to resolve production issues and implement improvements.
- Work effectively with manufacturing team members to collaborate and achieve manufacturing goals.
- Label and organize slides for analysis and documentation.
- Maintain accurate records of slide preparation and manufacturing for traceability requirements under all relevant regulatory bodies (e.g. ISO 13485 : 2016, EU IVDR : 2017, FDA 21 CFR Part 812.
- Collaborate with other departments (e.g. Quality Assurance, Maintenance, Purchasing, Shipping / Receiving.
- Ensure a safe and clean working environment by following all workplace rules, protocols, and procedures.
- Strictly follow Standard Operating Procedures.
- Complete on-going training of new procedures, equipment, and safety regulations.
- Help to maintain a work environment in compliance with OSHA, GMP, and GLP.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :
Mutual respect and regard for othersExcellent organizational skillsThorough understanding of laboratory procedures and equipment (especially cell culture & slide prep)Good information technology skills (MS Office and laboratory software)Accuracy, thoroughness, and attention to detailProven ability to collaborate with peersExcellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong attention to detail and manual dexterityAs part of the hiring process, the final candidate(s) will be asked to complete a security risk assessment for the Federal Select Agent Program (FSAP).Desired Qualifications and Experiences :
3-5+ years' experience in laboratory settings and / or processes.Education, Licenses and Certifications :
B.S. degree in Microbiology, biotechnology, or related fields; Advance degree preferredPhysical Requirements for the Job :
Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the timeRequires standing / walking in a Manufacturing / Warehouse / Office environmentAble to work with chemicals using the appropriate PPEAble to work within varying temperaturesAbility to lift 30 lbs.Pay Range Data :
The pay range for this position is $32.26 -$36.59 per hour. We are open to reviewing additional candidates with more or less experience and the pay range may differ if filled at a different level. Our pay ranges are determined by job responsibility and regional benchmarks. The wage listed is just one component of VMRD's total compensation package for employees.Full-Time Benefits
Paid Vacation : Accrued monthly; Starting at 8hrs / month or 12 days per year based on length of servicePaid Holidays : 8 regular holidaysPaid Sick Leave for illness or qualified event in accordance with WA Paid Sick LeaveHealth insurance : Medical, Dental, Rx & Vision; Paid 80% of premium for employee & familyHealthiestYou Teladoc with access to free medical and mental health servicesHealth Savings Account with employer contributionsPaid Air Ambulance Membership401k : A 100% match of employee contribution up to 6% of salaryPaid Life Insurance Policy, AD&D and LTDBackground Check, Education Verification, Work Authorization
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